Dina Blake surpassed bookworm status before she hit puberty. She's a book anaconda and doesn't mess around when it comes to devouring her prey. Armed with her ornery chihuahua, Nacho, Dina maintains a life of relative solitude, despite living downtown in Canada's most populous city. She's content keeping her nose in a book and people at a distance. The only thing that comes from letting anyone in, is loss. She learned that lesson years ago. Her focus is on pursuing her master's in library science, right where it should be.

Until someone doesn't respect the importance of a due date. And, ay chihuahua, he's annoying.

Holden Edwards is serious about History. He's committed to obtaining his PhD and locking down a job that will further future generations' understanding of the past. But when he lands on the bad side of an intriguing mystery woman and her angry ankle biter, he's suddenly more concerned about his present.

Can he win over both persnickety strangers? Or will they be relegated to his history?

This sweet romantic comedy is the perfect choice for a relaxing read and can be read as a standalone or as part of the A New Leash On Life Series.